Brain cell-released Cyclophilin A induces neuroinflammation and exacerbates blood–brain barrier injury in acute ischemic stroke - Summary - MDSpire

Brain cell-released Cyclophilin A induces neuroinflammation and exacerbates blood–brain barrier injury in acute ischemic stroke

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  • Enyue Chen

  • Qihui Wu

  • Yunwen Xue

  • Shixiong Huang

  • Yong Gu

  • June 18, 2026

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Objective:

To investigate the role of extracellular Cyclophilin A (eCypA) in neuroinflammation and blood-brain barrier (BBB) injury in acute ischemic stroke (AIS).

Approach:
    Key Findings:
    • eCypA levels were significantly elevated in the serum of AIS patients and in tMCAO rat models compared to healthy controls.
    • C46 peptide administration resulted in changes in neurological function, cerebral infarct volume, and BBB permeability in tMCAO rats.
    • C46 administration preserved tight junction protein levels and inhibited microglial activation and proinflammatory mediator expression.
    Interpretation:

    Limitations:
    • The study involved a limited number of AIS patients and animal models.
    • Further research is needed to fully elucidate the mechanisms by which eCypA contributes to neuroinflammation and BBB damage.
    Conclusion:

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